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Insights into hedge funds, private credit, and private equity<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Alternatives sit at the top of many investor priority lists. But finding the right opportunities in such a crowded space is challenging. Here you\u2019ll find some of the latest and best thoughts on hedge funds, private equity, venture capital, and private credit.<\/p>\n

Hedge Funds<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Hedge Fund Outlook 2025 (With Intelligence)<\/strong><\/a><\/h5>\n

Hedge funds can look toward 2025 with a degree of optimism. However, 2025 will present plenty of challenges for hedge funds as well.<\/p>\n

Hedge Fund Monitor Shows Rising FX and Sovereign Debt Exposure (OFR)<\/strong><\/a><\/h5>\n

A handful of very large hedge funds simultaneously unwinding positions, particularly leveraged positions, could increase volatility.<\/p>\n

Three Performance Drivers Could Help Hedge Funds (Wellington Management)<\/strong><\/a><\/h5>\n

Data shows that higher interest rates are beneficial for hedge funds because they usually maintain substantial cash reserves to implement trades using derivatives and leverage.<\/p>\n

Private Debt<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Examining the Case for Private Credit (Verus Investments)<\/strong><\/a><\/h5>\n

Certain private credit strategies have been prevalent within private capital portfolios predating the GFC. However, much has changed since then.<\/p>\n

Direct Lending: Does Borrower Size Matter? (Fidelity Investments)<\/strong><\/a><\/h5>\n

For compliance reasons, this paper is only accessible in the United States<\/em><\/p>\n

Beyond financial covenants, another key factor contributing to the return advantage of lower middle market loans is lower capital structure leverage.<\/p>\n

Private Credit: An Enduring Opportunity in Dynamic Market Cycles (Apollo)<\/strong><\/a><\/h5>\n

While private credit has accounted for the majority of LBO financing since 2021, there has been a pickup in syndicated loan issuance in recent quarters.<\/p>\n

Global Private Capital Barometer Winter 2024-25 (Coller Capital)<\/strong><\/a><\/h5>\n

The Barometer explores the current dynamics of private markets, examining trends and how LPs are navigating the evolving environment.<\/p>\n

Private Equity & Venture Capital<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Looking Back at M&A in 2024 (Bain & Company)<\/strong><\/a><\/h5>\n

For most of 2024, there were great expectations that private equity would get back in the game while getting out of portfolio positions.<\/p>\n

Why Private Equity Is Essential for UK Defined Contribution Pensions Today (WTW)<\/strong><\/a><\/h5>\n

For compliance reasons, this paper is only\u00a0accessible in the United Kingdom<\/em><\/p>\n

DC schemes are increasingly in need of assets that not only aim for high returns, but also exhibit adaptability over time.<\/p>\n

Life Sciences Snapshot \u2013 Q4 2024 (Orrick)<\/strong><\/a><\/h5>\n

Life sciences venture activity YTD marked the end of negative YoY growth, as 2024 is slated to meet if not exceed 2023 life sciences VC activity.<\/p>\n

Investing for Impact in African PE Funds (British International Investment)<\/strong><\/a><\/h5>\n

Risk-bearing capital is especially important for development because it is needed to finance pioneering and ambitious business plans.<\/p>\n

Outlook for Private Markets 2025 (Apollo)<\/strong><\/a><\/h5>\n

Buoyant equity markets, tighter credit spreads, and a cheaper cost of debt capital may lead to more corporate transactions in 2025.<\/p>\n

Riding Unicorns: Startups and Venture Capital in Japan (IMF)<\/strong><\/a><\/h5>\n

The startup ecosystem in Japan has seen gradual growth, supported by the government\u2019s recent initiative and a significant interest from overseas venture capital.<\/p>\n

M&A: Triple Trends for 2025? (Candriam)<\/strong><\/a><\/h5>\n

Over the past three years (2021 to 2024), the M&A environment faced challenges. Will 2025 be any different?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Insights into hedge funds, private credit, and private equity Alternatives sit at the top of many investor priority lists. But finding the right opportunities in such a crowded space is challenging. Here you\u2019ll find some of the latest and best thoughts on hedge funds, private equity, venture capital, and private credit. 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